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XJH 533T

1978 Ford Escort

Orange Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2025
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

94,048 mi
Last recorded94,048 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2024
Typical for 1978 Ford Escort49,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXJH 533T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1978
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2024 94,048 miles
Pass 20 May 2021 93,961 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 93,675 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 93,489 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2017 93,217 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 92,633 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 91,654 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 91,023 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2013 90,076 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Apr 2013 90,076 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2007 88,016 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2006 86,470 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Escort?

Based on 4,961,191 MOT tests across 821,553 vehicles.

63.1%
Pass Rate
4,830
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
821,553
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 465,333
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 447,459
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 433,778
Brake pipe excessively corroded 419,450
constant velocity joint gaiter split 203,602
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XJH 533T is a 1978 Ford Escort in Orange with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1978 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 49,614 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Escort fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 465,333 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XJH 533T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Escort typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 48 years old, this Ford Escort is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XJH 533T?

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What year was XJH 533T registered?

XJH 533T is a 1978 Ford Escort, first registered on 2 October 1978.

Is XJH 533T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XJH 533T shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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